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Introduction
This document provides instructions for setting up and using the Stop Job and Continue Job stations.
Procedure
Setup the Tracking Stations
From the Optifacts main menu:
Type 7 – Tray Track and press enter.
Type 12 – Tray Track Configuration and press enter.
Type 2 – Sub-master Station Number Setup and press enter.
- Press Q to Query.
Ensure that the following two tables below exist.
If the tables do not exist:
- Type A to add a new record.
- Enter all the information as per the example (s) below.
- Press Escape to save the data.
Note: These can be any station number and type but it MUST be named “STOP JOB” and “CONTINUE JOB’.
Example
Station Assignment
When customer service needs to apply a “STOP” condition, they will assign the Tray Number of the job to the station number for “STOP JOB”.
From the Optifacts main menu:
Type 7 – Tray Track and press enter.
Type 7 – Station Assignment and press enter.
The Station Assignment window displays.
- Type the station number applicable to the “STOP JOB” station and press enter.
- Alternatively, type the job, invoice or tray number and press enter. (Precede Job with J, Invoice with I)
- Type the Stop Job Notes and press enter.
The tray is updated in tray track and the job is stopped from moving any further in production.
Order Entry Message Example
If an operator tries to recall a job that has been STOPPED, the following message will appear and not allow the operator to recall the job.
Verify Message Example
If an operator tries to verify a “STOPPED JOB” the following message will appear.
Mailout Example
If an operator tries to mailout a “STOPPED JOB” the following message will appear.
Note: The operator will be able to cancel a stopped job.
To continue with the job the tray will need to be assigned to the “CONTINUE JOB” station.
